Originally Posted by
BARKINGMAD
"How about a few out there on this thread actually try this at TOD and then post back on this thread what the result was. Reduce power, pitch up slowly to avoid a climb and then get back to us. Try for flights below at and above optimum. It is deemed to be safe so there should be no issues. It will be interesting to hear the results."
And if something out of the ordinary occurs "it will be interesting to hear" the subsequent interview with fleet/flight manager(s)!!
I have been assured that it is safe so why not try it. If it is good enough for those without proper airspeed indications, it shouldn't be a problem for those with proper airspeed indications. All of a sudden it seems that there is a hesitancy to do this safe maneuver. Perhaps for good reason, which is why I questioned reducing thrust and increasing pitch in the first place.